Cyber Research Engineer
Leidos
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $107,900 - $195,050 per year
About the role
- Conduct deep vulnerability research, reverse engineering, and exploit development across hardened, proprietary, and non‑traditional systems.
- Design and implement low‑level offensive capabilities while analyzing binaries and OS internals to uncover mission‑relevant attack surfaces.
Requirements
- BS degree and 8+ years of technical experience in the areas of cybersecurity, software engineering, or related fields.
- Vulnerability research and exploit development
- Reverse engineering (Ghidra, GDB/Pwndbg, x64dbg)
- Linux kernel programming and OS internals
- Strong proficiency in C/C++, Python, and Assembly (x86/64).
- Experience developing capabilities for Linux, Android, and custom OS environments.
- Familiarity with offensive tooling, network protocols, and post‑exploitation techniques.
- Current and active TS/SCI clearance to be considered.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- 11 paid Holidays
- 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting
- Flexible Schedules
- Discounted Stock Purchase Plans
- Technical Upskilling
- Education and Training Support
- Parental Paid Leave
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
vulnerability researchexploit developmentreverse engineeringLinux kernel programmingC/C++PythonAssemblynetwork protocolspost-exploitation techniques
Certifications
BS degreeTS/SCI clearance